Embedded Systems Engineer - Newaygo Area

Job Description:

Embedded Systems Engineer | Newaygo, MI

Salary Range: $83,000 - $128,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in embedded systems engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Newaygo seeking Embedded Systems Engineers to lead and enhance their operations.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Newaygo seeking experienced Embedded Systems Engineers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing embedded software for manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshooting and debugging hardware and software issues on production lines.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and specifications.
• Developing and executing test plans for embedded systems in a manufacturing context.
• Optimizing existing embedded systems for performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Providing technical support and training to manufacturing personnel on embedded systems.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in embedded software development for manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming for microcontrollers and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Hands-on experience with hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters).
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET).
• Experience with sensor integration, motor control, and data acquisition in manufacturing systems.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherCAT, PROFINET, Modbus TCP/IP).
• Familiarity with functional safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508, ISO 13849).
• Proficiency in real-time operating systems (RTOS) like FreeRTOS or Zephyr.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles for embedded systems.
• Experience with test automation frameworks for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Embedded Software Engineer, Firmware Engineer, Embedded Systems Developer, IoT Engineer, Real-Time Embedded Engineer, Hardware-Software Integration Engineer, Device Engineer, Microcontroller Engineer, Embedded C Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:
• Resume
• Data
• Offers
• TCP/IP
• Test Automation
• Access
• Support
• Development
• Debugging
• Operations
• Salary
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Electrical Engineering
• Recruiting
• Compensation
• Reliability
• Operating Systems
• Software Development
• Manufacturing
• Specifications
• Automation
• Programming
• Integration
• Technical Support
• C
• C++
• Troubleshooting
• Preparation
• Software
• Testing
• Engineering
• Training
• Communication


Salary Package:
$ 83,000.00 - 128,000.00 (US Dollar)